1994 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1986 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Applause (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Camry weights approximately 150 kg more than 1994 Daihatsu Applause.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Toyota Camry (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Daihatsu Applause. (134 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Applause | 1986 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Toyota |
| Model | Applause | Camry |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2610 mm |
